Week 13 ZPL National League Fixtures: Game-by-Game Analysis
The ZPL National League enters Week 13 with a lineup of thrilling fixtures that promise to shake up the standings. Teams at the top are vying for promotion, while those at the bottom are fighting to avoid relegation. With Konkola Blades leading the table and Kafue Eagles struggling at the bottom, every match carries significant implications for the title race and survival battle. Fans can look forward to intense action as teams compete to secure vital points in this critical phase of the season.
Kafue Celtics vs. River Plate
16th-placed Kafue Celtics (10 points) will host River Plate, who are currently 6th with 16 points, at the Independence Stadium. The Celtics will be desperate for a victory to escape the relegation zone, but they face a tough test against River Plate, a team looking to stay in the top half of the table. Both teams will be aiming for maximum points in what promises to be a closely contested battle.
Young Green Buffaloes vs. Kansanshi Dynamos
At the Independence Stadium, 10th-placed Young Green Buffaloes (14 points) take on Kansanshi Dynamos, who are 2nd with 27 points. Kansanshi Dynamos are in pursuit of the league leaders and cannot afford to drop points, while the Buffaloes will aim to cause an upset and improve their position in the standings. This match is crucial for both sides with vastly different objectives.
Aguila Stars vs. Prison Leopards
Prison Leopards, sitting in 4th with 22 points, visit Nationalist Stadium to face Aguila Stars, who are 9th with 14 points. The Leopards have been strong this season and will look to add to their points tally to stay in the race for promotion. Aguila Stars, on the other hand, will be determined to break into the top half of the table.
Chambishi vs. Ndola United
Chambishi, 12th with 12 points, will host Ndola United, currently 15th with 11 points, at Chambishi Stadium. With both teams hovering near the relegation zone, this match is a critical opportunity for them to turn their fortunes around. Expect a fiercely competitive encounter as both teams battle for survival.
Jumulo FC vs. Kitwe United
Baluba School Ground will see 8th-placed Jumulo FC (15 points) taking on 13th-placed Kitwe United (12 points). Jumulo will aim to secure all three points and move closer to the top six, while Kitwe United need the win to avoid sinking further into the lower half of the table.
Kafue Eagles vs. Konkola Blades
Bottom-placed Kafue Eagles (9 points) face an enormous challenge against league leaders Konkola Blades, who lead the standings with 29 points. The match at Khosa Stadium is expected to be a one-sided affair, but the Eagles will hope to pull off a major upset to revive their season.
Trident vs. Leopards Hill
Trident (14th, 12 points) will welcome Leopards Hill, who are 11th with 13 points, to Sentinel Ground. Both teams are fighting to stabilize their campaigns, with Trident desperate to climb out of the relegation zone and Leopards Hill looking to move up the standings.
Chirundu United vs. Mines United
On Sunday, 7th-placed Chirundu United (15 points) will host Mines United, currently 5th with 18 points, at Edwin Imboela Stadium. Chirundu will seek a crucial win to edge closer to the top five, while Mines United will aim to cement their spot in the upper part of the table.
Chipata United vs. Mpulungu Harbour
The fixture between 17th-placed Chipata United and 3rd-placed Mpulungu Harbour (23 points) has been postponed. Fans will eagerly await the rescheduling of this game, which is critical for both teams for vastly different reasons.
These Week 13 fixtures are poised to shake up the standings, with high stakes for teams at both ends of the table!
